Mountain Dog

El perro de monte

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Abbreviated Cultural Note

Mountain Dog

The bush dog in this photograph lives in the forests and savannas of Central and South America. It is a rare species whose numbers are declining as a result of the destruction of its natural habitat. With short legs and long hair, the bush dog reaches a height of 30 cm (12 inches) at the shoulder and weighs about 5-7 kg (11-15 pounds). Little is known of the habits of this nocturnal animal. It is believed that the bush dog hunts in packs, feeding primarily on rodents.